The Council of Soissons was a significant assembly held in 1113 in the town of Soissons, France. It was convened by Pope Paschal II to address various issues within the Catholic Church, particularly concerning the authority of the papacy and the rights of the clergy. The council aimed to resolve disputes and strengthen the church's governance. During the council, important decisions were made regarding the appointment of bishops and the management of church properties. The assembly also sought to curb the influence of secular rulers over ecclesiastical matters, reinforcing the separation between church and state in medieval Europe.